Itsukushima Shrine

K S

a month ago

A highly recommended must visit Island if you are visiting Hiroshima. This temple is one the unique temple which was built on the sea and the view from here is great (one of the good spot to take the giant Floating Torii Gate’s, and the mountain behind it). The deer here were more “polite” than those in Nara. Definitely will visit again as the day trip to this island was not enough and shall spend at least a night or longer to enjoy this beautiful island.

Lies Wolf

2 weeks ago

The floating Tori is currently encased by scaffolding for maintenance, so you can't really see it. So much for that Kodak moment... I recommend checking whether it's uncovered again before you make the trip or opting for one of Miyajima's other attractions. The temple itself was quite nice as well.

Taylor L.

2 weeks ago

A really lovely place. I saw it first when the tide was up (most beautiful time) and I got to look around inside a bit later, when the tide went out, unfortunately. It was still beautiful regardless and you could see little coins down on the sand from people flipping coins to the statues. It was lovely and I'd recommend, considering the cultural significance of the shrine and torii gate in Hiroshima area.

Eric Sloyer

2 months ago

Travel Tip: Try to be on the island during both high and low tide. At high tide the shrine is floating in the water and at low tide you can walk out on the sand and almost touch the shrine. There are enough hike and attractions to do this and it will be worth your time as the shrine is a completely different experience at both of those times

kyle westrip

a month ago

Very nice and relaxing place, suspended above the water. Visit at high tide to get the full experience. There is also an amazing museum to visit for just ¥200 more.